Center Director
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Overview:
Leadership and Staff Management:
Provide dynamic, collaborative leadership for the Center’s mission, strategy, core program areas, and operating departments consistent with National Audubon’s strategic plan.
Oversee all operational aspects of the Center facilities, budgets, and programs; staffing strategy, and hire and effectively manage staff.
Working in cooperation with the State Executive Director, maintain an excellent working relationship with the Center Stewardship Board, while also building Board capacity and engagement; develop and enhance relationships with other community leaders and partners, organizations, and stakeholders.
With staff, effectively contribute to and manage programming based on the Texas continuum of education and outreach;
Preserve and cultivate a culture of mutual respect, individual initiative, collegiality, and diversity; collaborate with staff to identify and implement best practices and evaluate outcomes, where applicable. Cultivate emerging staff leaders.
Budget and Fundraising:
Work with the Executive Director and Development team to develop and deliver required budgeting and financial reporting.
In partnership with the Executive Director, Director of Development, and Stewardship Advisory Board, create and implement a fund development plan for the Center that cultivates and maintains relationships with current donors while identifying and expanding new funding sources.
Enhance existing sources of earned income, including program revenue, camp and school program tuition, store sales, rental income, admissions, etc.
Effectively and enthusiastically communicate the case for support of the Center’s program at community and fundraising events.
Seek new revenue opportunities, support grant writing with Institutional Giving, ensure grant reporting and compliance; assist with and staff special fundraising events at the Center.
Program Development and Implementation:
Oversee the development and implementation of programs that reflect and contribute to Texas’ contribution to the overall NAS strategy, and Central Flyway Initiatives, most specifically those relating to water conservation outreach, and the growth of Bird Friendly Communities, particularly urban conservation.
Work closely with Audubon - Texas staff on conservation and education activities.
Maintain and grow on-site educational and outreach programs that contribute to the mission of Audubon Texas and the National Audubon Society.
Evaluate the effectiveness of TRAC’s Programs.
Marketing and Community Outreach:
Work with Audubon Texas staff, Audubon Texas State Board, and Trinity River Audubon Center Stewardship Advisory Board and constituents to develop and implement a marketing and promotions plan for TRAC and its programs.
Develop and deliver effective oral and written presentations and, working with the state Executive Director, be available to serve as TRAC’s spokesperson with the media.
Oversee major projects and community collaborations.
Land and Facilities Management:
With state and center staff, oversee habitat management projects that enhance habitat for birds and other wildlife on Audubon property.
Monitor and maintain trails and facilities, anticipating and remedying deterioration, and possible safety problems to provide for visitor needs.